1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 715 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | Catera | 1300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |